My wife Jill and I are from Northern California and both work at our local high school. Jill has her own catering business and I teach biology at the local high school. We've been married for over 30 years and enjoy traveling. We lived for one year in Germany where I taught biology as an exchange teacher and we loved traveling through Europe and staying in rented rooms/apartments there, which were usually in people's homes. Since our 3 children are now scattered across the U.S. and we loved those B & B's, Air B & B looks like a great way to both visit our kids and meet more wonderful people.
We are easy-going and friendly people who are definitely young at heart. We are grateful for our family and friends and live a healthy lifestyle.

Thomas' wife Jill and their daughter stayed with me for a fun-filled mother-daughter getaway to New York to be followed up with a jaunt to Philly to see another one of their family members who is newly married. They were an absolute delight to host and I would not hesitate at all in having them back to stay with me again. Always extremely respectful of any noise levels and impeccably clean, including doing dishes themselves. They both exude the kind of warm personality that makes one immediately at ease in their presence and feeling like you've known them for years. I hope they find their way back to New York again sometime soon because I will definitely be welcoming them back with open arms!

Simply put, Thomas and Jill are a host's dream! Communication regarding travel plans was clear and easy, and in spite of driving, they arrived punctually. I would also classify them as the ultimate "stealth" guests: They had evening plans and promised to come in quietly, to which I replied that my dog at least would announce their return. Well, I had no idea how seriously they meant that! I was heading to the kitchen for a late-night nibble when I was startled en route by these tip-toers. As promised, they had returned silently, but notably, Ruby-dog never flinched. I like to think dogs are good judges of people, and Jill & Thomas were accepted immediately by Ruby, whose high energy at one-point was noticeably calmed when Jill petted her, sensing I'm sure, how easy-going and genuine both Thomas and Jill are. Finally, but not least, the conversation we had was engaging and pleasant and I hope they'll consider my place again. I highly recommend them as lovely people and wonderful guests.

Thank you for the kind words, Lori! We had such a lovely time with you and so enjoyed getting to know you. Thanks too for your warmth and thoughtfulness--it was a great way to celebrate our anniversary. We wish you all the best with airbnb--you do a great job and we look forward to staying again!